Shaquille O’Neal cites how being able to buy mother Lucille O’Neal $4,000 worth Louis Vuitton purses was his definition of success
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal gives insight into his candid relationship with his mother Lucille O’Neal, revealing his only dream.
One of the most dominant centers of all time, Shaquille O’Neal has his name etched in the NBA history book. Standing over seven feet tall, the Big Diesel was a terror in the paint, regularly posterizing opponents, smashing rims and backboards.
However, Shaq’s success wasn’t just limited to the court. It’s no secret that the Hall of Fame inductee is a man of many hats, a successful businessman, TV analyst, philanthropist, and DJ to name a few. With an estimated net worth of $400 million, O’Neal is one of the richest athletes in the world.
However, the Lakers legend didn’t have it easy, coming from a troubled home. Shaq’s father, Joe Toney, struggled with substance abuse and was jailed for drug possession. However, the fifteen-time All-Star’s mother, Lucille O’Neal, would make sure that her child had the perfect education.
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Struggling to meet her ends, Mama O’Neal overcame all odds, with Shaq’s stepfather, Phillip Arthur Harrison, as her anchor. So it’s no surprise that the Lakers legend is always ready to go the extra mile for her mom, making sure she has all the luxuries in the world.
“My only dream is to buy my mother anything she wants” – Shaquille O’Neal on why he works hard.
While he may own all the fanciest cars and mansions, what gives Shaq the most satisfaction is pampering his mother with all the luxuries in the world. The former Lakers superstar is aware of all the hardships Mama O’Neal endured as a young mother.
During a recent interaction with businessman and motivational speaker Patrick Bet-David, Shaq revealed what gave him the most satisfaction, addressing his success and wealth.
“My only dream was to be able to buy my mother anything she wanted, to this day. That’s why I work hard,” Shaq said.
“It was my mom’s birthday, and she doesn’t even like Louis’ bags, I said, come on, let’s take a walk, and you know, the bags, two thousand, she said, ‘No, baby, don’t buy that.’ , and I’m like, take two of them, mom, there’s what it’s like to be rich and successful for me.”
Well, it’s heartwarming to see Big Diesel’s warmth for his mom while still staying true to his roots.
